CL RC6 vs PBS ProRace

[the_baron_von_richthofen]

Does anyone have any track experience with both types of pad?

So far, I have been using the ProRace pad's but I dont think the set that I have now will last a full day at Cadwell.

Are the RC6's a worth while upgrade?

How long do they last by comparison?

 

[JamesBryan]

I've used both.

PBS are good value for money and last ages, however RC6's are massively better in terms of bite. They pull your face off tbh.

They do wear quite quick though, i was getting about 2-3 track days out of them.

I tried the new PBS ProComp pads just before i sold the Clio and they felt on par with the RC6, but no idea on wear rate unfortunately.

 

[the_baron_von_richthofen]

This is good info.

So one of my concerns was how badly they would wear.

I'm getting around 3 track days to a front set of the PBS's but that's only at Blyton Park.

Did you have any issues with wet track days with the CL's? I see that Kam mention that they need extra mainantence after getting wet.

 

[Advikaz]

One thing worth noting,

CL’s absolutely annihilate your wheels . They’re definitely more fierce than pbs though, imo. They’re also harsher on discs, if you care about such things

 

[JamesBryan]

This is good info.

So one of my concerns was how badly they would wear.

I'm getting around 3 track days to a front set of the PBS's but that's only at Blyton Park.

Did you have any issues with wet track days with the CL's? I see that Kam mention that they need extra mainantence after getting wet.

I only ran them on track then took them out and swapped for road pads afterwards.

They can rust to the discs if used daily, with them being a fully sintered metal compound.

 

[Jamie86]

I found the RC6 fell apart if got wet and left. Also I found the pedal modulation on the PBS better in the wet than RC6 (Abs Delete)

 

[Mr Underhill]

Yeah, all of the above. I used RC6 for two seasons but couldn't get away with the sudden bite - if I bottled it and dabbed on the pedal, usually mid-corner.

My mates ran PBS on their Clio last two seasons and no issues.

I find DS1.11 are the best all-around pad for these cars though. Pagid RS42 are also nice and linear but fade badly if you're on a really good lap and you're properly pushing.

 

[the_baron_von_richthofen]

OK, it doesn't seem that the CL's are worth the extra with the shorter life time and wet issues.

The DS1.11 pads are on my list but they are a bit pricey for me right now, I have read very good things about them though.

 

[Greeny.]

DS1.11’s are brilliant, my first set lasted for a good 7 track days maybe 8, I’ve used PBS pro races in the front and back and didn’t rate them at all for track use, the DS 1.11’s are in a different league and considering how long they last and the performance they give I don’t think they are that bad in regardless to value really.

 

[the_baron_von_richthofen]

DS1.11’s are brilliant, my first set lasted for a good 7 track days maybe 8, I’ve used PBS pro races in the front and back and didn’t rate them at all for track use, the DS 1.11’s are in a different league and considering how long they last and the performance they give I don’t think they are that bad in regardless to value really.

Totally get the added value of the DS1.11's and I will go that way in the future but they just aren't in my budget right now.

 

[Greeny.]

They are only around £60 more than the RC6’s though?

 

[MLB]

DS1.11’s are brilliant, my first set lasted for a good 7 track days maybe 8, I’ve used PBS pro races in the front and back and didn’t rate them at all for track use, the DS 1.11’s are in a different league and considering how long they last and the performance they give I don’t think they are that bad in regardless to value really.

Not happy to read this as I'm about to swap out my worn Ds1.11s for brand new PBS Prorace pads 😂

 

[Advikaz]

Plenty of people like the pbs pads. I think they’re spot on for the money tbh.

Mileage does vary though, ofcourse. And each to their own.

Brakes only slow you down anyway.

 

[SharpyClio]

Plenty of people like the pbs pads. I think they’re spot on for the money tbh.

Mileage does vary though, ofcourse. And each to their own.

Brakes only slow you down anyway.

Unless you’re doing a track day on road pads then…. Not so much… 🤣

 

[SharpyClio]

I’ve gone PBS ProRace they feel loads better than the road pads and I know a decent amount of blokes that use them will see how they go.

 

[Advikaz]

I’ve gone PBS ProRace they feel loads better than the road pads and I know a decent amount of blokes that use them will see how they go.

Plenty race on them as well

 

[Mr Underhill]

Yeah PBS if on a budget 💯

 

[the_baron_von_richthofen]

They are only around £60 more than the RC6’s though?

Where have you found this?

I found the RC6's for £200 per set. I can only find the 1.11's at £300 and they dont seem to be in stock anywhere.

 

[JamesBryan]

@FrogJam Motorsport have an offer on PBS i think.

Be worth trying the ProComp.

 

[the_baron_von_richthofen]

@FrogJam Motorsport have an offer on PBS i think.

Be worth trying the ProComp.

Yes, I was just looking at this, they are similarly priced to the CL's.

May well give them a shot unless the DS1.11's can be had cheaper than I have found.

 

[Greeny.]

Where have you found this?

I found the RC6's for £200 per set. I can only find the 1.11's at £300 and they dont seem to be in stock anywhere.

Frogjam were the cheapest for them when I bought mine, however I only found out about this after I purchased them elseware and as you say they are out of stock at present, I however bought mine from here: https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/27627252...uid=rSUtesJDRMy&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY

 

[Advikaz]

I ‘think’ (not 100%) that club racing uk does promotions with pbs and may have a discount code

 

[FrogJam Motorsport]

We’ve got good stock of pbs chaps - have a promotion on until this Saturday - drop us a message on here and we can send you a discount code

 

[the_baron_von_richthofen]

We’ve got good stock of pbs chaps - have a promotion on until this Saturday - drop us a message on here and we can send you a discount code

Top marks for Frogjam!

Ordered yesterday and they are here now, great price too!